34 Master's degrees in Data Science & Big Data in Italy

Financial Data Analytics and Sustainable Finance (FINDATA) is a Joint Master’s Degree Programme organized in collaboration between four European universities: University of Pardubice in Czech Republic, European University in Cyprus, LUMSA University in Italy and Vilnius University in Lithuania.

The Master in Computing for Data Science at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano will provide you with the key competencies that you will need to develop next-generation information systems used to describe and manage data, discover new facts and relations in the data, make predictions, and give advice to decision makers.

The programme Complex and Data Driven Chemistry from the University of Padua introduces the fundamental concepts of "data-driven chemistry": statistical learning, chemometrics, and design of experiments. 

The EMAI - Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Artificial Intelligence, coordinated by Pompeu Fabra University, is a two-year Erasmus Mundus joint Master founded by the European Commission, that provides a comprehensive framework of theory and practice in Artificial Intelligence (AI). 

In the Data Science programme from University of Trento you will deepen theoretical, methodological and technical knowledge in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics, along with a specific domain of expertise in fields like Social and Political Sciences, Industrial Engineering, Psychology and Cognitive Science, and Business and Economics. 

 The Quantitative and Computational Biosciences Master’s degree at the University of Padua combines courses from the biological and hard science realms, with a strong emphasis on hands-on bioinformatic trainings.

This Physics of Data programme from the University of Padua provides new theoretical and computational tools to tackle the explosion of datasets within the physicist mindset.

The Data Science and AI for Business course from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is a 1-year Specialising Master taught entirely in English. It prepares students to solve business problems using data. You'll learn how to connect, analyse, and interpret data to support small decisions in companies.

The Data Science course at University of Milano - Bicocca is targeted to graduate students who have a background in different scientific domains, ranging from Natural Sciences to Social Sciences and Economics.

The Data Science and Engineering programme at Politecnico di Torino aims to train multidisciplinary professionals (data scientists and data engineers) by providing strong methodological and engineering skills, high abstraction capabilities and an analytical approach to address data-driven problems.  

Scholarships Available/ The interdisciplinary Data Science (DSC) programme offered by EIT Digital Master School is designed to cover both the theoretical and the practical. 

The Data Science programme at Sapienza University of Rome is a Master's degree lasting two years. This course is delivered in person, providing students with an immersive learning experience. It is designed to equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic field of data science.

The University of Padua offers a Master's degree in Data Science, designed for a two-year full-time study. This programme equips students with essential skills in data analysis and big data management, preparing them for a dynamic career in various sectors. It is conducted in English, ensuring accessibility for an international audience.

High-performance computing has various fields of application in different sectors, including: energy, climatology, computational biomechanics, genomics, medicine, pharmacology and chemistry, finance, seismic imaging, and aerospace. This High Performance Computing Engineering course is offered at Politecnico di Milano.

The University of Trieste offers a Master's degree, the M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, which spans two years. This course is delivered in a blended format, combining online and in-person attendance, allowing students to gain advanced knowledge in the field while accommodating various learning preferences.

The University of L’Aquila offers a comprehensive M.Sc. in Applied Data Science, designed to be completed over a duration of 2 years. This programme is delivered in a conventional format, providing students with a robust foundation in data science principles and practices, preparing them for various industry roles.

The Master of Science in Physics of Complex Systems and Big Data at Tor Vergata University of Rome is a two-year programme designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in complex systems. This course is offered in a full-time format, allowing for an immersive learning experience that combines theoretical and practical applications in the field.

The Master of Science in Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) at the University of Messina spans two years and awards a degree of M.Sc. on 120 ECTS. The programme is conducted entirely in English, providing students with a comprehensive education in advanced topics within condensed matter physics.

The University of Catania offers a Master’s Degree in Data Science, designed to be completed in 2 years. This programme is delivered entirely in English and encompasses an interdisciplinary approach, integrating elements from computer science, statistics, and social sciences.

The Master’s programme in Data Science and Business Analytics (M.Sc.) at the University of Bologna is a full-time course lasting 12 months. This programme is designed for those looking to gain expertise in data analytics and business strategies, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications.